GETTING ABOUT
There are many ways to get out and about around Dalyan. The local buses (Dolmus) are an efficient and cheap way of seeing the local area and are a great way of getting to other local towns or Turtle beach. They depart from Dalyan town centre but can also be stopped by flagging them down. The buses run from early morning until late at night and as an example of price Ortaca which is 10 km away is only 2.25 YTL each person.
You can also use the local cooperative boats for many sightseeing trips, including turtle watching or just cruising up the river into the lake. There is also a frequent boat service to Turtle beach.
In Dalyan you can also hire bikes, scooters and of course a car should you wish to explore further afield. If you are interested in any of these please let us know and we will be glad to arrange it for you.
THINGS TO DO....
If you wish to see more of the surrounding area there is the Dalyan Delta to explore with its' abundance of wildlife, (including Turtles), a beautiful beach to enjoy as well as many historical sites, boat trips and outdoor activities to choose from.
Below is a selection of the many things to do in the area:
Iztuzu (Turtle) Beach
Iztuzu beach is beautifiul and great for a swim but its real uniqueness lies in the wildlife. The beach is a nesting ground for a rare species of turtle.
Caunos Theatre / Ruins
Rock Tombs
Sultaniye Thermal/Mud Baths
Another popular activity is to take a mud bath on the bank of the river. The mud supposedly contains minerals such as calcium and magnesium which are beneficial for the skin and overall health.
River Turtle Watching
From the central quay located in central Dalyan you can take a river cruise to one of several interesting destinations.
Other Activities
Jeep Safaris and Scuba Diving can be arranged from Dalyan, in addition to Bird Watching, Sea Kayaking, Horse Riding, Sea Fishing, Crab Fishing, Climbing, Mountain Biking to name but a few more activities.
LOCAL WEATHER
Spring comes early to this region, with no temperature below 10C even in mid winter. By March the sun is warming & reaches 20C, (we are just back (mid March) and it was up to 23C), in April 27C is not unusual and the countryside is ablaze with flowers. May through to October the sun can peak at 40C, but the flora remains lush and in the cooler days of Autumn you still don't need anymore than a very light fleece at night!
White Water Rafting
Microflight
DALYAN
Dalyan makes shopping easy from it's selection of supermarkets, grocers, butchers, bakers and boutiques. There are many cafes and restaurants offering a great selection of turkish and international cuisines. There are many bars and restaurants along the waterfront, some overlooking the rock tombs, which offer an ideal location for a quiet drink and a spot of people watching.
Dalyan town centre is closed to motor traffic in the evenings, except taxis, during the summer which makes it a safe pedestrian area.
The Iztuzu sandy beach can also be reached by boat, from Dalyan, through a delta of reeds with winding canals and over 1510 species of birds, past the famous rocky valleys of the Lykier. The beach is a particular attraction as it is the breeding ground for the Caretta Caretta turtle which hatches between May and October. The area around Dalyan is a large nature reserve.
Market Day in Dalyan
Superb new build Villa - completed May 2008
and now available to rent.
If you would like to see enormous trio nix (greenhead) turtles then take the early morning River Turtle Watching trip. See video below. Alternatively, you can take a boat ride to see the Caretta Caretta Turtle.
There is a public boat service twice a day which leaves from the pier in Dalyan.
It's hard to miss the imposing Lycian Rock tombs that overlook the town from the cliffs just across the river.
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